Diversity Rules Magazine

4 Diversity Rules Magazine February 2017 Lina Bradford grew up in New York City, across the street from famed Carnegie Hall on the Upper West Side. Her career in entertainment began at an early age as a dancer. She stud- ied modern ballet, tap and jazz for 11 years and performed in several companies throughout New York. ose same moves she learned in rehearsals became a part of her signature style when she began her DJ career by performing throughout the gritty East Village scene. She travels through Europe, appearing in Sardinia, St Tropez and Paris. Accolades soon came rolling in, including DJ of the year and Lifetime Achievement awards at the Glammys and Sage Innovator. DJ Lina is often seen hosting the biggest private parties from NYC to Eu- rope. Even with all her accomplishments, she feels as if she is just beginning to hit her stride. "I've never felt more sexy and solidified in my life," she says. "is is by far the most beautiful spot I've been in." Lina Bradford is the spirited host of "In e Dollhouse With Lina," a rollicking YouTube show. e show re- turns for its second season this month. In the show, Lina's quick wit (known as "Linish"…yes, she has her own language) and infectious smile take center stage as she discusses music, fashion and pop culture with her celebrity friends.. JRK: Can you tell us a bit about your background, where you are from and all that good introductory "stuff?" LB: Born and raised in Manhattan across from Car- negie Hall my grandmother was an opera singer , she showed me colorful diverse city and culture. JRK: "In the Dollhouse with Lina" is a uniquely different talk show that focuses on topics that most would not chat about. How did you come up with the idea for the show? LB: ank you very much I have al- ways had this riding beside me and knew that when the time was right it would present itself and I would do it and it did and here we are in our second season I feel very blessed and honored to be able to have the vision in my head to trade in real life with such an amazing crew and fabulous guest. JRK: e show is done from your Barbie Doll room. How did you get into collect- ing Barbie Dolls and so many – over 600? LB: I've been collecting since the age of four and the last that I counted was over 600 so I would have to recount in order to give you an accurate count. JRK: e Magic 8 Ball is a great prop. I remem- ber using it as a child and had so much fun with it. e show seems to bring folks back to a simpler, more childlike time. Have you embraced your "fun A Chat With Lina Making People Happy by Jim Koury, Editor/Publisher

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